10 public waters in the Red River Valley region — 10 lakes/reservoirs and 0 rivers. Every one is public water fishable on a North Dakota licence.
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Lake Ardoch (868 acres) sits in Walsh County, North-Dakota, managed by North Dakota Game and Fish Department. Lakes and reservoirs across this region typically hold walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and panfish such as bluegill, crappie and pumpkinseed, with muskellunge present in some larger lakes -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
In Walsh County, North-Dakota, North Salt Lake is a 329-acre lake, managed by North Dakota Game and Fish Department. Lakes and reservoirs across this region typically hold walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and panfish such as bluegill, crappie and pumpkinseed, with muskellunge present in some larger lakes -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Waterloo Lake (206 acres) sits in Walsh County, North-Dakota, managed by North Dakota Game and Fish Department. Lakes and reservoirs across this region typically hold walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and panfish such as bluegill, crappie and pumpkinseed, with muskellunge present in some larger lakes -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Homme Reservoir (194 acres) sits in Walsh County, North-Dakota, managed by North Dakota Game and Fish Department. Lakes and reservoirs across this region typically hold walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and panfish such as bluegill, crappie and pumpkinseed, with muskellunge present in some larger lakes -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
This 186-acre Walsh County reservoir in Northeast North Dakota is managed by the state Game and Fish Department and offers solid mixed-bag angling. Northern pike and walleye are the primary targets, with yellow perch, black crappie, and black bullhead providing additional opportunities for a complete outing.
Straddling Nelson and Walsh counties in the Devils Lake & Northeast region, Whitman Dam is distinguished by its Pure Muskellunge fishery, making it a notable musky destination across its 148 acres. Northern Pike, Walleye, Yellow Perch, and Black Crappie complete a compelling coldwater and coolwater lineup.
This 132-acre Walsh County reservoir in the Devils Lake and Northeast region delivers classic northern pike and walleye fishing with yellow perch as a bonus panfish option. The northeast location and species mix make it a natural stop for anglers working that corner of North Dakota.
Bylin Dam occupies 62 acres in Walsh County near the Devils Lake & Northeast border, hosting a lean but productive northern pike and yellow perch fishery. The reservoir's modest footprint makes it an accessible option for anglers targeting these two species.
Fairdale Slough (35 acres) sits in Walsh County, North-Dakota, managed by North Dakota Game and Fish Department. Lakes and reservoirs across this region typically hold walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and panfish such as bluegill, crappie and pumpkinseed, with muskellunge present in some larger lakes -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Walsh County, North-Dakota — Lake Charlie is a 20-acre lake, managed by North Dakota Game and Fish Department: Lakes and reservoirs across this region typically hold walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and panfish such as bluegill, crappie and pumpkinseed, with muskellunge present in some larger lakes -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Across its mapped waters, Walsh County holds 12 species on PiscaMaps, including Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Bluegill, Crappie and Pumpkinseed.
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Open the North Dakota map Join PiscaMapsOne North Dakota Game and Fish Department fishing licence covers every public water in the state, the Missouri River reservoirs and every water on NDGF's Fishing Waters list included — the resident annual is about $29 (including the required Fishing, Hunting & Furbearer Certificate), the non-resident annual about $73, with non-resident 3-day (~$53) and 10-day (~$63) options. No separate trout stamp is required. North Dakota residents 65 and older can buy a discounted senior licence for about $12, and anyone under 16 fishes free. Licences run 1 April to 31 March. Buy at gf.nd.gov.